This is the code repository for Managing and Visualizing Your BIM Data, published by Packt.
Understand the fundamentals of computer science for data visualization using Autodesk Dynamo, Revit, and Microsoft Power BI
Business intelligence software has rapidly spread its roots in the AEC industry during the last few years. This has happened due to the presence of rich digital data in BIM models whose datasets can be gathered, organized, and visualized through software such as Autodesk Dynamo BIM and Power BI.
This book covers the following exciting features:
- Understand why businesses across the world are moving toward data-driven models
- Build a data bridge between BIM models and web-based dashboards
- Get to grips with Autodesk Dynamo with the help of multiple step-by-step exercises
- Focus on data gathering workflows with Dynamo
- Connect Power BI to different datasets
- Get hands-on experience in data management, analysis, and visualization techniques with guidance from experts across the world
If you feel this book is for you, get your copy today!
Following is what you need for this book: This book is for BIM managers, BIM coordinators, design technology managers, and all AEC professionals who want to learn Autodesk Dynamo to analyze, manage, and visualize their BIM data as well as understand some associated computer science topics. You need to have a background in BIM and knowledge of what a BIM model is to make the most of this book.
With the following software and hardware list you can run all code files present in the book (Chapter 1-12).
| Chapter | Software required | OS required |
|---|---|---|
| 1-12 | Autodesk Revit 2019 or higher | Windows, Mac OS |
| 1-12 | Autodesk Dynamo BIM 2.4 or higher | Windows, Mac OS |
| 1-12 | Microsoft Power BI Desktop | Windows, Mac OS |
| 1-12 | Microsoft Excel | Windows, Mac OS |
We also provide a PDF file that has color images of the screenshots/diagrams used in this book. Click here to download it.
- Page 52 (point 1): Extra steps on how to add a Reference path to the project
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right click on "References" into the "Solution Explorer" Tab
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select "Add Reference..."
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Click the "Browse..." button and select the path of the required ".dll" Resources
Ernesto has background experience in computer science, startups, and web application development. He graduated in Architecture from Roma Tre University. During the last 5 years, companies like Microsoft and Autodesk recognized him by contributing to their R&D projects. Also, Ernesto has been a speaker in national events dedicated to design technologies several times. The connection between computer science and academic knowledge leads him to be Head of R&D in one of the most well-known Italian architecture and engineering firms, La SIA SpA. With BIM expertise and computer science skills, Ernesto works on several projects implementing top-notch digital processes and technologies.
Graduated in Architecture, Manuel works as a BIM Developer and a System Integrator in the Research and Development team at Lombardini22. He deals with Information Modeling, custom APIs, Cloud services, and FullStack development to process, analyze and share data through digital models. Enthusiast about Coding, IoT, Big Data, Business Intelligence, and member of the BIM User Group Italy (BUG Italy).
Having worked in many architectural firms over the past 10 years as a BIM Manager, Gavin opened his BIM Consulting firm, BIM Guru at the start of 2020. Launching off the back of his YouTube efforts at the Aussie BIM Guru channel, his focus has shifted towards educating all levels of AEC professionals about software-based workflows, computational design, and how they can navigate the industry from a BIM perspective.
Italo-Brazilian architect with a passion for automation and process improvement, Luisa has worked in offices of various sectors in Brazil, Italy, and Belgium/Spain. She was previously a BIM manager and BIM consultant before recently becoming head of the BIM management team. In this position, her responsibilities are implementing innovations and managing workflows across the multinational company CES, always looking from a BIM perspective.
Dounia leverages BIM and Design Technology to provide professionals with methods and practices to improve project outcomes. With a background in Architecture, she has worked in France and Norway in all phases of building design and construction. Over the years, she has been a part of large and complex projects in the commercial, residential, office, and transportation sectors. Her current focus is on design automation, data visualization, and software interoperability.
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